SK
vs
BC
Regina vs Vancouver Cost of Living (2026)
Vancouver is about 115% more expensive than Regina, mostly because of rent. A 1-bedroom rents for $2,800 a month in Vancouver vs $1,200 in Regina.
The Verdict
Living in Vancouver is 115% more expensive than living in Regina overall.
Regina / month
$1,668
Vancouver / month
$3,440
Rent, groceries and transit for one person.
Salary match: what you'd need to earn
Salary in Regina
$100,000
Take-home $72,288 · $6,024/mo
Needed in Vancouver
$215,145
Take-home $144,438 · $12,037/mo
To keep the same lifestyle in Vancouver you'd need $115,145 more a year (+115%).
Take-home is after 2026 federal and provincial income tax, CPP/QPP and EI for an employee. Cost of living weighs rent, groceries and transit.
Expense Breakdown
Average Rent
1-Bed City Center
Regina
$1,200
133% more expensive
Vancouver
$2,800
Groceries
Monthly Basket (1 Person)
Regina
$380
21% more expensive
Vancouver
$460
Transportation
Monthly Transit Pass
Regina
$88
105% more expensive
Vancouver
$180
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